About Primordial Labs 

We're building the next generation interface for commanding autonomous systems in the real world. Our core product, Anura, translates spoken or typed intent into structured actions across drones, sensors, and mission software—enabling faster, more intuitive control in high-stakes environments. We’re a distributed team of engineers, operators, and technologists focused on deploying reliable autonomy at the tactical edge.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Technical Product Manager to help shape and deliver mission-critical software used in real operational environments. This role is responsible for translating customer and operator needs into clear product requirements, prioritizing work across competing demands, and working closely with engineering to deliver capabilities. You will operate at the intersection of product strategy, execution, and customer engagement, with direct influence on what gets built and why. As an early member of the team, you will be the primary driver of our execution engine, responsible for transforming strategic goals into real capabilities on a predictable schedule.

What You'll Do

• Translate customer and operator needs into clear product requirements and backlog priorities

• Own and evolve product backlog within mission-aligned Product IPTs

• Lead technical refinement and grooming sessions, collaborating with SW and Systems Engineers to translate complex goals into executable tasks that meet a strict Definition of Ready before entering the execution cycle

• Identify and manage cross-project dependencies and resource constraints to mitigate risks before they impact delivery timelines

• Drive team predictability by monitoring execution health (velocity, burn-down) and refining estimation processes to improve the accuracy of long-term roadmap forecasting and resource planning

• Establish and enforce a Definition of Done to ensure delivered capabilities are high-quality, fully tested, and meet operational standards

• Balance execution-driven needs with longer-term product roadmap goals

• Partner with Mission Delivery and Integration teams to support deployments and capture real-world feedback

• Support product planning cadences (quarterly, monthly, sprint-level) and communicate priorities clearly

About You

• 5-10 years of experience, with 2-5 years experience in product management, systems engineering, software delivery, or a closely related role

• Advanced proficiency in Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps) to build automated reporting and manage cross-project dependencies

• Comfortable working directly with engineers on technical implementation details and system-level trade-offs

• Ability to break ambiguous problems into structured requirements and tradeoffs

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated experience using Agile metrics to diagnose process bottlenecks and improve team predictability

• Proven ability to manage competing stakeholder priorities and make hard trade-off decisions in a resource-constrained environment

Desirable Qualities

• Technical background (engineering, computer science, physics, or similar)

• Experience in defense, autonomy, robotics, aerospace, or complex systems domains

• Familiarity with systems engineering concepts, integrations, or platform software

• Exposure to customer-facing technical roles (solutions engineering, deployments, field work)

• Experience balancing contract-driven requirements with product roadmap priorities

• Experience growing a team and talent development

Please note: Applicants must have current authorization to work in the U.S., and we are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Compensation

Compensation for this position includes a target base salary of $160,000 - $200,000 annually, with the specific figure determined by the candidate's experience level.

We’re committed to fair and equitable compensation and are happy to explain how we determine our salary ranges, just ask!

Our Benefits 

Beyond a Competitive Salary, we provide a significant equity stake, aligning your growth with ours.

100% Remote: This role is fully remote, open to residents across the US. We believe that talent knows no borders (well, except for the US in this case!).

Comprehensive Health Coverage: We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans so you and your family can stay healthy and worry free.

Retirement Planning: Plan for tomorrow with our 401(k) package, complete with a generous 6% company match.

Generous PTO: Our generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy is all about helping you take the breaks you deserve and live your healthiest, most fulfilling life.

Elite Technology Package: Enjoy an elite technology package to make your work effortless and efficient.

Our Interview Process

Our interview process is designed to be thorough and respectful of your time. It typically includes:

1. Conversation with the People Team: Lets get to know one another first!

2. Screener Interview: A 30-minute discussion about relevant Product concepts and your past experience.

3. Meet the team: Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. During this stage, you’ll meet your prospective peers to discuss our team dynamics, project workflows, and how we work together to win.

We are committed to a low stress interview experience, no trick questions or brain teasers!

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Primordial Labs is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a welcoming and respectful environment for everyone. Discrimination and harassment have no place here. We firmly believe that a diverse team enriches our problem-solving capabilities, sparks greater creativity, and ultimately leads to a better product and a more vibrant company.

We understand that great talent comes from various paths and that passion and transferable skills are invaluable. At Primordial Labs, what truly matters is your ability to make an impact, your dedication to our mission, and your capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative atmosphere. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where you can contribute your unique talents, expand your skills, and learn continuously. If you’re driven to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification.

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